The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) pledged to simplify accreditation requirements and speed up payments to local government health facilities after they deliver medical services.
PhilHealth Acting President and CEO Dr. Beverly Lorraine Ho said the agency aims to establish a financing system that better addresses the operational needs of local health facilities.
The commitment was announced during the High-Level Universal Health Care Summit, where national and local officials discussed improving the management of the Special Health Fund and strengthening healthcare services.
Department of Health Acting Secretary Edwin Mercado urged officials to prioritize primary care, improve facility management, and ensure efficient patient referrals.
Meanwhile, Quezon City Mayor Ma. Josefina Belmonte emphasized that the success of Universal Health Care should be measured by improvements in the quality of services and care experienced by patients.
Source: PhilNews24 | November 10, 2026
PHILHEALTH ASSURES QUICKER REIMBURSEMENTS FOR LGU HEALTH FACILITIES
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